RN Care Coordinator: Patient Transitions Expert

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); Sur place; USD 73 000 - 121 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

VCU Health in Richmond, VA seeks an RN Care Coordinator to guide patient transitions from the acute hospital setting through post-discharge, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective care. You will collaborate with physicians, social workers, and payers to optimize outcomes while maintaining regulatory compliance.

The role requires a VA RN license (or eligibility), a BSN or related field, and at least 3 years in acute care. Master’s degree is preferred; day and evening shifts are available.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse in Virginia (VA) or eligible.
• Complete 15 Continuing Education Units per year.
• Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience in an acute care setting.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or a related health/science field from an accredited school.
• Master’s Degree in Nursing or healthcare-related field preferred.

Responsabilités

• Collaborate with attending and consulting physicians to facilitate efficient hospitalization transitions.
• Coordinate care across multidisciplinary team ensuring patient needs are met and care is reimbursed by payers.
• Consult social workers to resolve psychosocial issues and develop complex discharge plans.
• Serve as an advanced clinical resource to the team.
• Act as liaison between hospital and community agencies for referral information.
• Ensure compliance with CMS guidelines and QIO standards.
• Use medical necessity criteria to assess care appropriateness and assist in denials/appeals.
• Participate in patient safety initiatives and uphold the organization’s mission and values.
• Establish professional rapport with providers, patients, families, and internal customers.

Connaissances

Care coordination

Discharge planning

Patient advocacy

Clinical documentation

Formation

BSN or equivalent

Master's degree in Nursing (preferred)

Description du poste

VCU Health in Richmond, VA seeks an RN Care Coordinator to guide patient transitions from the acute hospital setting through post-discharge, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective care. You will collaborate with physicians, social workers, and payers to optimize outcomes while maintaining regulatory compliance.

The role requires a VA RN license (or eligibility), a BSN or related field, and at least 3 years in acute care. Master’s degree is preferred; day and evening shifts are available.